About PepsiCo

PepsiCo is one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, with a portfolio that includes iconic brands like Pepsi, Gatorade, Lay's, Quaker, and Tropicana. Operating in over 200 countries, PepsiCo employs more than 300,000 people globally and is committed to sustainable growth, innovation, and delivering consumer delight. In the U.S., Pepsi Beverages North America (PBNA) drives the company's success in the beverage sector, ensuring products reach consumers through efficient distribution and merchandising. PepsiCo's mission is to deliver top-quality products while fostering a positive impact on communities and the planet through initiatives like PepsiCo Positive (pep+), which focuses on sustainability and positive change.

Role Overview

As a Merchandiser at PepsiCo in Indio, California, you will play a vital role in ensuring our products are prominently displayed and readily available in high-volume grocery and retail stores. This full-time position offers a disclosed salary of $24.75 per hour, equating to $51,480 annually, with opportunities for schedule flexibility over time. The role is labor-intensive, involving physical tasks like lifting 20-45 pound cases, stocking shelves, building displays, and managing inventory. You'll follow a consistent schedule with specific start times, interact directly with store personnel, and operate under minimal supervision. This entry-level opportunity is ideal for those with retail experience seeking stable employment with a global leader.

Day-to-Day Impact

Merchandisers are the face of PepsiCo in stores, ensuring shelves are stocked, products are rotated for freshness, and promotional displays captivate shoppers. You'll use handheld devices for orders, maintain organized backrooms, and build rapport with store managers to resolve issues swiftly.

Key Responsibilities

The Merchandiser role demands precision, physical stamina, and customer focus. Primary accountabilities include:

• Merchandising store shelving, coolers, and displays with PepsiCo products in assigned large-volume accounts.
• Rotating products in backrooms and on shelves to ensure freshness and eliminate out-of-date stock.
• Transporting products from storage to sales floor using equipment such as U-boats, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Setting up and maintaining promotional materials like signs and banners.
• Organizing backroom stock in a neat, orderly condition and communicating store issues to managers.
• Building strong customer relationships at the store level through effective communication and attentiveness.
• Complying with operating procedures, including scan-in/scan-out protocols and designated routes.
• Delivering exceptional customer service and operating independently with reliable attendance.

Qualifications & Requirements

To succeed as a PepsiCo Merchandiser, candidates must meet these basic qualifications:

• Be 18 years or older.
• Pass the physical capabilities test (lifting 20-45 lbs, bending, reaching, squatting).
• Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License and proof of insurance.
• Have access to a personal vehicle for multi-store routes within assigned shifts.

Helpful experience includes retail or grocery store work, product movement with equipment, merchandising shelves and displays, backroom inventory management, and customer service. Following a conditional offer, PepsiCo conducts background checks, drug screening, and verifies driving history per applicable laws, including California's Fair Chance Act and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with criminal histories are considered fairly.

Benefits & Perks

PepsiCo values its employees with competitive compensation and support:

• Hourly wage of $24.75 ($51,480/year base).
• Mileage reimbursement for personal vehicle use on sales routes.
• Consistent schedules with potential for varied shifts as tenure grows.
• Equal opportunity employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability.
• Access to Realistic Job Preview Video for informed application.
• Opportunities for career advancement in supply chain and sales.

Career Growth

PepsiCo invests in employee development through training programs, leadership pathways, and internal mobility. Starting as a Merchandiser, you can advance to roles like Route Sales Representative, Sales District Leader, or Operations Management. With performance and experience, employees often secure promotions, gaining skills in sales, logistics, and management. PepsiCo's commitment to diversity and inclusion supports underrepresented talent, offering mentorship and tuition reimbursement in many cases.

Pathways at PBNA

PBNA provides structured growth tracks, from field merchandising to supervisory roles, with many current leaders starting in entry-level positions like this one.

Why Join Us

Joining PepsiCo as a Merchandiser in Indio means stable employment with a premium brand, physical activity in a rewarding environment, and direct consumer impact. Enjoy the pride of seeing PepsiCo products fly off shelves you stocked, while building skills for long-term success. PepsiCo's culture emphasizes work-life balance, community involvement, and innovation. In Indio, you'll serve key retail partners in California's vibrant Coachella Valley market, contributing to local economic vitality. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, PepsiCo champions fairness, sustainability, and employee well-being.

Role FAQs

Q: Is this a full-time role?
A: Yes, full-time with a consistent schedule and specific start times.

Q: What physical demands are involved?
A: Lifting 20-45 lb cases, pushing/pulling, bending, reaching, and squatting.

Q: Do I need my own car?
A: Yes, with valid license and insurance; mileage reimbursed.

Q: Are criminal backgrounds considered?
A: Yes, per Fair Chance laws; qualified applicants are evaluated fairly.

Q: How do I apply?
A: Submit your application online; watch the Realistic Job Preview Video first.

This role offers immediate impact and lasting opportunities at PepsiCo. Apply now to stock up your career!